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2013 hyundai elantra-coupe Model Overview

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Since its introduction in 2012, the Hyundai Elantra Coupe has been competing with rival cars in a way that is worthy of appreciation. The Elantra Coupe has been acknowledged by an extensive range of buyers looking for good-looking and reasonably priced coupes. With this lustrous two-door style of the Elantra, Hyundai is looking forward to divert customers’ attention towards a sporty, well-equipped, and safe vehicle that is also reasonably priced. Test driving the Elantra Coupe proves its claim on fuel-efficiency and handling of the vehicle at high speeds. With an adequately powerful engine, eye-catching appearance, and sufficient amount of technology and safety, one cannot expect anything more from this vehicle.

New For 2013

The biggest news for 2013 includes two new body styles: the Coupe and GT four-door hatchback. Air conditioning, 16-inch steel wheels, cruise control, and telescopic steering wheel are now standard. The GLS Preferred Package includes heated seats, while Limited models gain a power driver’s seat and lumbar support. The Limited with Technology Package gets dual auto climate control. Atlantic Blue is a new interior color.

Exterior

Hyundai took on an audacious venture when designing and styling the Elantra Coupe. Although it is based on the design of the Elantra sedan, the Elantra Coupe is much more aggressive in its styling when compared to the sedan. Clearly it is marketed towards younger sports enthusiasts, given its sporty and domineering outlook. With the GS trim, 16-inch alloy wheels are standard, while 17-inch alloy wheels are standard on the SE trim level. The length, width, and height of the coupe remain same at 178.7, 69.9, and 56.5 inches respectively in both trim levels.

Interior & Cargo

Coupes usually need to let go of some functionality and interior space in order to achieve their styling and performance. However, this is not the case with the 2013 Elantra Coupe. It surpasses many expectations, making it comparable to any four-door sedan. For a coupe, the Elantra Coupe is quite spacious from the inside. 14.8 cubic feet of cargo space proves to be a pretty decent trunk size, and at 110.2 cubic feet of total interior volume, it would not be wrong to describe this vehicle as spacious and practical. Passenger volume stands at 95.4 cubic feet, for both trim levels. With that kind of interior space, the Elantra Coupe avoids the claustrophobic feel many two-door coupes have. Despite the average quality of plastics used in the interior, they look quite durable. There are two gauges in front of the driver’s seat, primarily a tachometer, and a speedometer, which are easy to read at a glance even whilst driving. The center stack is quite simple, and climate controls are marked and easy to change.

Safety

Safety while driving is improved if a vehicle is easy to control and sticks to the road. The Hyundai Elantra Coupe delivers this to its customers via technology such as electronic stability control, traction control, vehicle stability management and electronic brake force distribution, which work together to provide excellent handling and control. All these features are standard on both the GS and SE trim levels. During high speeds and cornering, electronic brake force distribution assists in stabilizing the vehicle by applying brakes to the correct wheels so as to prevent roll over or skidding. Also standard are anti-lock brakes and advanced, seat-mounted front and rear passenger side airbags, which instantly deploy upon collision to divert passengers away from the window. Moreover, front and rear crumple zones further absorb the impact of a collision, thereby keeping the passenger cabin safe.

For safety of small children and infants, the rear latch child-seat-attachment allows parents to conveniently place children in the seat without fear. Optimum tire pressure is important in all four tires for smooth handling. The 2013 Elantra Coupe’s tire monitoring system makes this possible by notifying the driver when air pressure in any of the tires falls below a certain threshold. The anti-theft system, incorporated with panic alert and remote keyless entry, makes sure the vehicle remains safe at all times.

Driving Experience

Driving the 2013 Hyundai Elantra Coupe is an exceptional experience. It keeps its promise of a sporty coupe ride but at the same time, one may find the driving experience equivalent to driving the Elantra Sedan in terms of comfort and quietness inside the passenger cabin. Unlike other Hyundai vehicles, the suspension is not that harsh and is actually quite comforting, that gives it the handling expected from a sedan. The steering wheel, however, was somewhat unsatisfactory, giving a very vague feeling of what’s going on.

The 2013 Elantra Coupe comes with a 1.8-liter engine, which produces 145 horsepower and 131 lb-ft of torque. Engine power remains same for both GS and SE trim levels. The Elantra Coupe is expected to return about 32/40 mpg city/highway with a six-speed, manual transmission and about 29/39 mpg city/highway with a six-speed, automatic transmission. The coupe comes standard with six-speed manual transmission; however, customers have the option for a six-speed automatic transmission with SHIFTRONIC® and Active ECO system. Front brake discs are ventilated that allow them to cool down within a short time period, providing the driver with full braking power even at times of hard braking.

The 2013 Hyundai Elantra Coupe might not be able to win a lot of drag races, but it’s desirable in numerous other ways, some of which are its head-turning design, affordable price tag, and superior fuel economy.

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2013 Hyundai Elantra Coupe Pricing

Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price

$18,595

Certified Pre Owned Pricewhat is this?

$12,675

Certified Pre-Owned Price is the approximate price a consumer can expect to pay at a dealership for a used vehicle that has passed the manufacturer's certification process. This price applies only to vehicles covered under an automaker's CPO program, not to a dealership's own "certified" used price.

Recalls

Recall ID#13V115000 - AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

Consequence

If the headliner support bracket makes contact with an occupant during a crash, it may cause a laceration injury.

Recall Date

0000-00-00

Description

Hyundai Motor Company is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Elantra vehicles manufactured from November 12, 2010, through March 5, 2013. A support bracket attached to the headliner may become displaced during a side curtain airbag deployment.

Remedy

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will apply adhesive strips to the headliner, free of charge. The safety recall began during April 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 109.

Units Affected

186250

Recall ID#13V115000 - STRUCTURE

Consequence

If the headliner support bracket makes contact with an occupant during a crash, it may cause a laceration injury.

Recall Date

0000-00-00

Description

Hyundai Motor Company is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Elantra vehicles manufactured from November 12, 2010, through March 5, 2013. A support bracket attached to the headliner may become displaced during a side curtain airbag deployment.

Remedy

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will apply adhesive strips to the headliner, free of charge. The safety recall began during April 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 109.